For 360-degree views of Tongyeong and Hallyeohaesang National Park, take a 10-minute cable car ride up to the top of <a target="_blank" target="_blank">Mireuksan Mountain</a>.
Mount Mireuksan —
For 360-degree views of Tongyeong and Hallyeohaesang National Park, take a 10-minute cable car ride up to the top of Mireuksan Mountain.
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Somaemuldo Island is a 1.5-hour ferry ride from Tongyeong. At low tide, visitors can cross the 150-long path to reach its neighbor, Deungdaeseom (Lighthouse) Island. <br />
Lighthouse Island —
Somaemuldo Island is a 1.5-hour ferry ride from Tongyeong. At low tide, visitors can cross the 150-long path to reach its neighbor, Deungdaeseom (Lighthouse) Island.
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Meonggae (sea pineapple), bibimbap and grilled fish are among the dishes appearing in this spread at local Tongyeong restaurant Donghae Sikdang.
Local eats —
Meonggae (sea pineapple), bibimbap and grilled fish are among the dishes appearing in this spread at local Tongyeong restaurant Donghae Sikdang.
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<a target="_blank" target="_blank">Jeon Hyuck Lim</a> (1916-2010) is a celebrated Tongyeong artist. This museum dedicated to his works was built on the grounds of his house, where he lived for 30 years.
Jeon Hyuck Lim Museum of Art —
Jeon Hyuck Lim (1916-2010) is a celebrated Tongyeong artist. This museum dedicated to his works was built on the grounds of his house, where he lived for 30 years.
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Most of Tongyeong's traditional markets, restaurants and shops are located in and around Gangguan Port.
Gangguan Port —
Most of Tongyeong's traditional markets, restaurants and shops are located in and around Gangguan Port.
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Dusk is a great time to take in Tongyeong's lively vibe. Fish markets and restaurants come alive in preparation for the dinner rush.
Nightfall in Tongyeong —
Dusk is a great time to take in Tongyeong's lively vibe. Fish markets and restaurants come alive in preparation for the dinner rush.
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When this hillside working-class village was marked for demolition back in 2007, art students were commissioned to fill its alleys with beautiful wall murals -- making it too beautiful to tear down. It's since become hugely popular and is now packed with tourists on weekends.<br />
Dongpirang Village —
When this hillside working-class village was marked for demolition back in 2007, art students were commissioned to fill its alleys with beautiful wall murals -- making it too beautiful to tear down. It's since become hugely popular and is now packed with tourists on weekends.
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Admiral Yi Sun-sin (1545-1598), who led battles against the Japanese navy to victory, is a highly respected national hero. This park, built in his honor, offers great views of the surrounding coast.
Yi Sun-sin Park —
Admiral Yi Sun-sin (1545-1598), who led battles against the Japanese navy to victory, is a highly respected national hero. This park, built in his honor, offers great views of the surrounding coast.
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During the summer months, Mireuksan is a popular destination for sunset seekers.
Mireuksan at sundown —
During the summer months, Mireuksan is a popular destination for sunset seekers.
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